2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | C3 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
